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YK05 PWX

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,231 mi
Last recorded148,231 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 PWX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2022 148,231 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 142,361 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 136,979 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 128,897 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 122,154 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 114,933 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 107,066 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 99,268 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 90,991 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 84,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 77,467 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 68,797 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 61,091 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 52,006 miles

airbag light lit

engine management light lit

Pass 13 Mar 2008 41,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

centre seat belt catch broken

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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YK05 PWX is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 76,382 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK05 PWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK05 PWX registered?

YK05 PWX is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is YK05 PWX safe to buy?

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